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Atherton
Queensland 4883 Australia
Lake Barrine, Crater Lakes National Park
Atherton,
Tablelands Area
Free Entry
Description
Lake Barrine, in Crater Lakes National Park, is a maar: a crater lake formed by volcanic explosions. The surrounding rainforest is typical of that found on fertile red basalt soils in high rainfall areas. In several places, large kauri pines emerge through the canopy - a species that dominated the tableland forests over thousands of years. Take the five kilometre track around the lake, pausing to view the two giant kauris. Some of the many animals that inhabit the park, including the colourful Boyd's forest dragon, amethystine python and eastern water dragon, can sometimes be seen from the track. Lake cruises operate from the teahouse.
Property Details
Facilities
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Assisted Access -
Public toilet -
Viewing Platform
Activities
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Birdwatching -
Swimming -
Walking
Other Information
Children:
Children are welcome.
Disabled:
There is access for guests with a disability. The privately-owned teahouse has ramps and wheelchair-accessible toilets.
How To Get There
Lake Barrine is 18 kilometres east of Atherton via the Gillies Highway.
Free Entry
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